Seedling root targets

Diane L. Haase

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Seedling root targets

Informally Refereed

Authors:

Diane L. Haase

Year:

2011

Type:

Proceedings

Station:

Rocky Mountain Research Station

Source:

In: Riley, L. E.; Haase, D. L.; Pinto, J. R., tech. coords. National Proceedings: Forest and Conservation Nursery Associations - 2010. Proc. RMRS-P-65. Fort Collins, CO: USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station. p. 80-82.

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Abstract

Roots are critical to seedling performance after outplanting. Although root quality is not as quick and simple to measure as shoot quality, target root characteristics should be included in any seedling quality assessment program. This paper provides a brief review of root characteristics most commonly targeted for operational seedling production. These are: root mass (with special attention to shoot:root), root fibrosity, root length, root form, and root growth potential.

Parent Publication

National Proceedings: Forest and Conservation Nursery Associations - 2010

Keywords

root mass, root-to-shoot ratio, root fibrosity, root growth potential

Citation

Haase, Diane L. 2011. Seedling root targets. In: Riley, L. E.; Haase, D. L.; Pinto, J. R., tech. coords. National Proceedings: Forest and Conservation Nursery Associations - 2010. Proc. RMRS-P-65. Fort Collins, CO: USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station. p. 80-82.